1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Alpine | Triumph |
Model | A 310 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |